I'm an active duty AF member (PA resident) stationed in IL. I was able to get a FOID card, although not necessary, essentially categorized as a resident for that purpose.
Does anyone know how the new CCW law will apply to military members? Will I qualify for resident status?
Thanks!
Kwc
I'm an active duty AF member (PA resident) stationed in IL. I was able to get a FOID card, although not necessary, essentially categorized as a resident for that purpose.
Does anyone know how the new CCW law will apply to military members? Will I qualify for resident status?
Thanks!
Kwc
Yeah it sucks, and don't be surprised if there aren't law suits challenging this.As a follow-up for those interested, Illinois is not currently allowing non-resident active duty military members stationed on orders within the state to apply for a resident concealed carry license. Obtaining a resident CCL requires an IL driver's license or IL state ID.
To make matters worse, the non-resident applicant's state must have concealed carry laws "substantially similar" to those of Illinois. There is only one state on that list so far... Hawaii. I would be surprised if PA EVER makes the list since they don't even require evidence of training to obtain their carry license.
Yikes. I've lived here in IL for 2+ years (during this tour) and may never be able to obtain an IL CCL. Seriously bummed.
Yeah it sucks, and don't be surprised if there aren't law suits challenging this.
But if you think you are sticking around here for any length of time, why not get an IL DL? That would solve the residency issue.
It's the second- and third-order effects that are preventing me from switching residency (car registration, voting, etc.) And I have no idea how long the Air Force will keep me here. I could move again in 6 months or in 3 years.
Yes, getting an IL driver's license remains an option... but not my preferred one if avoidable.
Has "container carry" actually gained traction and credibility? I understand the logic and letter of the law, but am skeptical it will be recognized and upheld by most LEOs.Well there is always container carry as a last resort.
I hope it gets approved. I would think that nobody would vote against the military, but I am sure there will be some who do. Watching closely.
I've been car-carrying since shortly after the law was first published in July.The Illinois law states if you have a permit in your home state you can carry armed, locked and loaded in the confines of your car. You just have to unload your weapon if your going to get out of the vehicle with it and store it in the trunk, or as I understood from reading the law, place it in a locked container while still in your car and leave it inside without exiting the car with it.
Well, maybe not necessary to put it in a locked container, but I wouldn't leave my weapon unsecure.... I'll have to re-read the law on that.
And me personally, if I get arrested, I'll sue the officer and the department for false arrest for that officer NOT knowing I was authorized to carry.
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